Texier scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 2-1 win over Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Texier had been held off the scoresheet over his previous three games and scratched eight times in January. The 25-year-old's lengthy stint in the press box ended Friday against the Avalanche when he got a look in the top six, but he was back on the fourth line Sunday. He's at four goals, nine points, 42 shots on net and a minus-3 rating through 26 appearances. Texier's inconsistent role and production make him a poor option for most fantasy managers.

Texier recorded an assist in Saturday's 6-4 loss to the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Texier got on the scoresheet in his return to Columbus, where he played his first five NHL seasons. The 25-year-old's return wasn't triumphant, but he has some momentum on offense with five points over his last six outings. Texier is still competing for playing time with players like Mathieu Joseph, Zachary Bolduc and Oskar Sundqvist. For the season, Texier has eight points, 35 shots on net, 12 hits and a minus-2 rating over 22 appearances in a bottom-six role.

Texier scored a goal and added an assist in a 6-2 win over Chicago in Tuesday's Winter Classic.

EDGE Analysis

Texier isn't known for his offense, but he's upped his scoring with four points, including two goals, and nine shots in his last four games. Texier doesn't deliver blocks or hits, so his fantasy value is tied to streaks like this.

Texier (illness) will play against Buffalo on Sunday, according to Lou Korac of NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Texier will skate on the top line after missing Friday's 7-4 win over Nashville. He has registered two goals, five points, 30 shots on net, seven blocked shots and nine hits in 18 appearances this season. Texier will replace Mathieu Joseph in Sunday's lineup.

Texier (illness) won't play Friday versus the Predators, Matthew DeFranks of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

Texier was considered a game-time decision and did not improve enough throughout the day to play. The 25-year-old will miss one game and should be considered day-to-day ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Sabres.

Texier (illness) will be a game-time decision Friday, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Texier fell ill overnight and missed practice Friday, coach Jim Montgomery said after practice. Texier has two goals and five points in 18 games with the Blues. If he is unable to go then Brandon Saad is expected to rejoin the lineup.

Texier scored a goal on five shots in Monday's 4-0 win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Texier was up on the first line at even strength Monday, logging 15:31 of ice time, his most since Oct. 31. The 25-year-old has been scratched more often than he's played since the start of November, suiting up for just 12 of 25 games in that span, though it appears he's turning things around. He has a goal and an assist over his last two contests and is now at five points, 30 shots on net and a minus-5 rating through 18 appearances this season.

Texier notched an assist in Friday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

Texier has played in four of the last five contests, and this was his first point since Oct. 29. The 25-year-old forward is starting to gain favor with new head coach Jim Montgomery, though Texier is likely to remain in a bottom-six role most of the time. He has produced four points, 25 shots on net and a minus-6 rating through 17 appearances this season.

Texier was scratched for the sixth time in nine games when he sat out Monday's 5-2 win over the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Texier played in a middle-six role early in the season, but his ice faded in November and he's now battling for a spot in the lineup altogether. A new head coach could help, as Jim Montgomery replaced Drew Bannister over the weekend, giving some players on the fringe of the lineup a chance to make a good impression. Texier is at three points, 20 shots on net and a minus-6 rating and will likely compete with Oskar Sundqvist, Zachary Bolduc and Mathieu Joseph for two spots in the lineup when the Blues are fully healthy up front.

Texier (upper body) will be activated from injured reserve ahead of his return to the lineup Tuesday against Winnipeg, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Texier will occupy a bottom-six role following his five-game absence. The 25-year-old forward has one assist, two shots on goal and three blocked shots in one appearance this campaign. As a result of Texier's return, Nathan Walker will be a healthy scratch versus the Jets.